Neurofeedback Therapy Services in Seattle WA
75% of Patients See Results After Just One Visit
Clear Cognition
Better Sleep
Reduced Stress
Improved Focus
Enhanced Performance
Stabilized Mood
What is Neurofeedback Therapy?
Neurofeedback, also called EEG biofeedback, is a type of therapy that uses real-time displays of brainwave activity to teach your brain to regulate itself. Neurofeedback has demonstrated safety and effectiveness for many neurological and psychiatric disorders. It can be used along with psychotherapy and pharmaceutical treatment.
This technology takes advantage of neuroplasticity – or the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new connections. Neurofeedback “shows” the brain its own dysfunctional patterns, causing it to naturally learn, adapt, and grow into something better. Through this learning process, your brain creates new patterns that are more efficient and balanced – allowing you to feel more focused, relaxed, and in control.
More than 85% of people treated have benefited significantly from it. Results can be seen quickly – often during the first session – and are lasting.
Physician Testimonials
“The literature suggests that EEG biofeedback therapy should play a major therapeutic role in many difficult areas. In my opinion, if any medication had demonstrated such a wide spectrum of efficacy, it would be universally accepted and widely used.”
– Frank Duffy, MD, Neurologist, Harvard Medical Professor, and Head of Neuroimaging at Boston Children’s Hospital
“It accelerates symptom removal and the development of healthy self-regulation – meaning it helps the patient’s own body make the proper adjustments.”
– Dr. Thomas Brod, Psychiatrist
“Neurofeedback offers a powerful intervention. While not a panacea, it can improve and stabilize symptoms in the very kinds of cases psychiatrists struggle with.”
– Dr. Kimberly Pesaniello, Psychiatrist
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Benefits of Neurofeedback
Patients across the lifespan, from young children to older adults, have benefited from neurofeedback. Results can be seen quickly, often beginning within the first session, and are lasting.
You don’t need to be sick to benefit from neurofeedback therapy services in Seattle, WA. Benefits include, but aren’t limited to:
- Improved focus and memory
- Greater sense of calm
- Improved mood
- Improved ability to connect
- Reduced pain
- Better sleep
- Higher motivation
- Enhanced energy
- Better organizational skills
- Less social barriers
- Greater efficiency at work/school
This type of neurofeedback therapy can be helpful in managing the symptoms of:
- ADD/ADHD
- Autism spectrum
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Postpartum depression or PMADs
- Seizure disorders
- Insomnia or other sleep disorders
- Headaches
- PTSD and other trauma reactions
- Concussion symptoms / TBI
- Memory loss or cognitive decline
Neurofeedback therapy services give you the ability to use the power of your mind to improve your health and physical performance.
The Neurofeedback Treatment Process
Patient Testimonials
Major Depressive Disorder
“Dr. Jessica Wendling is an extraordinary health care provider. She sees the whole person. She helped me recover from major depression with her exceptional listening skills, empathy, kindness and vast knowledge of naturopathic practices. I am forever grateful for her timeand patience.”
-D.W.
Chronic Migraines
“Dr. Jessica Wendling is hands down the best doctor I have ever had, and I’ve seen a lot. of doctors. Her appointments leave me feeling confident and inspired, not shamed or frustrated. She listened to my full health story, and keeps everything I say in mind while we talk through solutions. I came to see her after developing a sudden case of chronic migraines.”
-E.K.
Depression & Panic Anxiety
“I began seeing Dr. Wendling in hopes of finding a way to help lessen the intensity and frequency of my depression and panic/anxiety disorders. We set up a multi-faceted plan to address my concerns and adjusted it accordingly along the way, with her always offering alternative solutions if I was unsure. I truly felt like we were a team addressing my health. I always left feeling educated, listened to and understood.”
-E.B.
Investment
Initial Visit
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● 90 minute in-person visit
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● Review of intake forms, labs and medical history
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● Discuss goals
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● Formulate treatment plan
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● First neurofeedback treatment session
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This is a prerequisite for all neurofeedback packages
*Reimbursable by most insurance companies.
Return Visit
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● 30 minute in-person visit
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● One neurofeedback treatment session
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● Most people opt to buy one of the discounted packages listed below
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*Not covered by insurance, but most can use their HSA or FSA.
Packages
Starter Pack
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● 5 Neurofeedback treatment sessions (30 minutes each)
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● Minimum amount needed for change
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*Not covered by insurance, but most can use their HSA or FSA.
Basic Pack
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● 10 Neurofeedback treatment sessions (30 minutes each)
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● Average amount needed for lasting change
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*Not covered by insurance, but most can use their HSA or FSA.
Complete Pack
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● 15 Neurofeedback treatment sessions (30 minutes each)
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● Average amount needed for longstanding issues
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*Not covered by insurance, but most can use their HSA or FSA.
Hi, I’m Dr. Jessica Wendling,
a naturopathic physician and neurofeedback specialist.
My passion is helping people heal the root cause of their mental and emotional concerns using the principles of neurology and neurofeedback.
By retraining the brain and balancing the stress response, many health conditions resolve. The results are lasting, and include improved:
- Focus
- Memory
- Mood
- Sleep
And more importantly – the resilience to handle the stress that life throws our way.
The frequency of neurofeedback sessions varies depending on individual needs and the nature of the condition being treated. Typically, a course of neurofeedback therapy involves multiple sessions, often ranging from 20 to 40 sessions. In the initial phase, sessions may be scheduled more frequently, such as two to three times a week, to establish a baseline. As progress is made, the frequency may decrease to once a week or biweekly. Maintenance sessions might be recommended afterward to sustain improvements. However, the exact schedule should be determined by a trained practitioner, considering the specific goals and progress of each client during the course of treatment.
Neurofeedback can lead to lasting improvements in some individuals, but the permanence of its effects varies. Many people experience sustained benefits, especially for conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and insomnia, where it helps them learn better self-regulation of their brain activity. However, maintenance sessions may be necessary to uphold these gains. Conditions like depression or PTSD might require ongoing neurofeedback as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. It’s crucial to understand that individual responses differ, and some may see more enduring results than others. Regular assessments and collaboration with a qualified practitioner can help determine the need for ongoing neurofeedback sessions.
During a neurofeedback session, a client typically sits in a comfortable chair with sensors placed on their scalp to monitor brainwave activity. These sensors are connected to a computer or EEG machine. The client is then engaged in a specific activity, such as watching a movie or playing a video game, where their brainwave patterns are displayed on a screen in real-time. The goal is to teach the individual to self-regulate their brain activity. When the brain produces desired patterns, they might receive positive feedback, like clearer visuals or smoother gameplay. Over time, this reinforcement helps the client learn to control their brain activity and potentially address specific symptoms or conditions. The session’s duration and frequency depend on the individual’s treatment plan.